Wechsler Test Wechsler Verbal Comprehension Subtests 2

Question 1

Which Verbal Comprehension subtest asks the examinee to explain how two words or concepts are alike?

Accepted Answer

Similarities

Answer

Similarities measures abstract verbal reasoning by asking how two things are alike.

Question 2

On the Vocabulary subtest, what is the examinee primarily asked to do?

Accepted Answer

Define the meaning of presented words

Answer

Vocabulary requires the examinee to define words, tapping word knowledge and expression.

Question 3

The Information subtest measures which of the following?

Accepted Answer

General factual knowledge acquired from environment and education

Answer

Information assesses a person's fund of general knowledge about common events and facts.

Question 4

Which subtest asks questions like 'Why do people need laws?' to assess practical reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Comprehension

Answer

Comprehension evaluates social judgment and understanding of everyday rules and situations.

Question 5

In the WAIS-IV, which two subtests are the core (mandatory) contributors to the Verbal Comprehension Index?

Accepted Answer

Similarities, Vocabulary, and Information

Answer

Similarities, Vocabulary, and Information are the three core VCI subtests in WAIS-IV.

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